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ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #10 (DC COMICS)
A Green Lantern is dying!
While watching a comatose Hal Jordan, Jo Mullein is shot by the assassin GOLDFACE. Dying on the floor of her ex-wife’s apartment isn’t on the day’s agenda. Meanwhile, Hector Hammond is closer to unlocking the secrets of a darker power. Will he succeed in his devious plans? Only one way to find out!
BATMAN /GREEN ARROW /THE QUESTION : ARCADIA #2 (DC COMICS)
“Arcadia” has drawn together three of the DCU’s most complex characters.
Vic Sage is trying to unlock a mystery involving human trafficking. Oliver Queen is attempting to rebuild his status with Queen Industries. Bruce Wayne is on a search for those involved with an assassination attempt.
Last readers saw, The Question was taken prisoner. Green Arrow was fighting the good fight but ran into new opposition: Batman?!
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #15 (DC COMICS)
It’s a new day in Smallville, Kansas.
Against incredible odds, the people fought back against the Machine. The Lazarus Corporation & Ra’s Al Ghul were defeated by the Man Of Tomorrow.
It dod not come without great loss. Martha Kent passed away before her adopted son was able to celebrate his victory. Krytpon’s last son also was dealt a blow with Sol, his living sentient cape sacrificed itself to assure a win.
THE LUCKY DEVILS #6 (IMAGE COMICS)
Rake and Collar have a “complicated” relationship
The devils have made a major power play to shake up things in Hell. Corrupting a few good souls and pulling a fast one on the power structure, the couple’s actions haven’t gone unnoticed. It doesn’t help matters when their bond is on the rocks. SANDPAPER PINCH could care less about their status. There’s a price on their heads and Pinch looks to collect.
LOST FANTASY #6 (IMAGE COMICS)
There has never been a more personal case to Henry Blackheart than this one.
Cyrus Blackheart was viciously attacked and presumed dead. Henry is put on his father’s case. The search now sends Henry into a dark place. The World Beneath is already enough to handle. Henry with a personal axe to grind is about to put the world on notice.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #14 (DC COMICS)
Ever since he was exposed to the public, Kal El has been the subject of observation.
His heroic deeds have drawn a reaction from the Lazarus Corporation. Their leader wants the services of this “Superman” by any means necessary. Whatever Ra’s Al Ghul wants, he usually gets.
Not in this case.
ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #7 (DC COMICS)
Back…Back in a Middleton groove.
When DC Comics announced it’s lineup of characters to lead the Absolute Universe, the trinity (Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman) were no-brainers. One name was the biggest X factor of the second wave: Martian Manhunter. The longtime staple of the Justice League was given a complete overhaul by one of comics best creative teams. It resulted in a huge win for fans and critcs alike.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #8 (DC COMICS)
With Kryptonite in abundance on Earth, Superman’s work saving the day is challenged now more than ever.
You can imagine his worry when Lois Lane is going undercover on a new space traveling program for the rich and famous. The ship’s source of fuel is that element that can kill him. If something goes wrong, Supes is helpless to stop anyone from being hurt or worse. Luckily, he’s got some help in the form of a Green Lantern.
NIGHTWING #133 (DC Comics)
The Zanni has struck Dick Grayson in an unthinkable manner.
Nightwing-Prime was taken out of commission by Olivia Pierce. When Grayson goes looking for revenge, he gets way more than bargained for.
TITANS #30 (DC Comics)
Who is worthy of the crown of “Absolute Champion?”
That is the question defining the DC Universe. Darkseid is coming. After creating the Absolute Universe, he wants more! The heroes have faced him before but never at this level of power. There is one shot to defeat him, but it comes with a heavy cost.
YOUNGBLOOD #2 (2025 - IMAGE COMICS)
It didn’t take long for things to go from bad to worse.
The premier superhero team YOUNGBLOOD was dispatched to handle the threat of Xerxes. When they arrived, Shaft and company weren’t ready for what they found. Their plans were thwarted fast with the ever powerful being opposing each salvo. If this wasn’t enough to deal with, SUPERME just entered the fight! BRACE FOR IMPACT!
FREE PLANET #7 (IMAGE COMICS)
The history of the planet Lutheria is one paved with promise and conflict.
Getting thrown into the fire, the Freedom Guard has had their hands full. Clashing personalities and constant fighting became a normal occurrence. It has lead to a multi-leveled vision of the true definition of being free.
THE DARKNESS #1 (IMAGE COMICS/TOP COW)
Do you believe in a thing called love? There’s only one way to find out.
I’m your boy Joey from the So Wizard Podcast on behalf of Fanlight Zone. This is another comic book review. We’re looking at The Darkness #1 from Image Comics
BATMAN GREEN ARROW THE QUESTION ARCADIA #1 (DC COMICS)
What is “Arcadia”? It is something that brings together three of DC’s most infamous vigilantes. Bruce Wayne. Oliver Queen. Vic Sage. Each have their own unique way to fight crime.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #14 (DC COMICS)
The road to Hell has led to this moment. When Waylon Jones went missing, Batman started an investigation. What he discovered was pure terror. Ark-M had changed his friend into a crocodile-like creature.
LOST FANTASY #5 (IMAGE COMICS)
The wait is over. A world below ours was affected by a natural disaster. This allowed for an escape of monsters via a schism. Keeping the peace are Great Hunters dealing with these creatures.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #7 (DC COMICS)
Kryptonians beware! After a meteor crashed to Earth, it left an abundance of Krytponite in its wake. The deadly element is easy for the wrong people to obtain. This has made a huge problem for DC’s Super Family.
Nightwing #132 (DC Comics)
How the student has truly become the teacher. Dick Grayson had taken a young kid with immense power under his wing. The learning curve has been difficult, esp. when the sidekick possesses Kryptonian strength.